Assistant or Associate Professor

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F2040P

Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor

Department SPIA-Political Science

About the University of Georgia

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date 07/22/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Prospective candidates should submit the following in electronic form: a cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position, a curriculum vita, a recent publication or research-related writing sample, a teaching portfolio including evaluations, transcripts, and a list of three letter writers, who will separately provide letters of recommendation (in electronic form), via the UGA job search web site.

Questions can be sent to Wendi Finch, Office Manager, Department of Political Science, University of Georgia, 180 Baldwin Hall, Athens, GA 30602-1615 (wendif@uga.edu).

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with priority consideration if submitted by October 1st.

Location of Vacancy Atlanta Area

EEO Statement

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank

FLSA

Faculty Rank Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Contract Type Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in political science by August 2025.

Position Summary

The Department of Political Science at the University of Georgia seeks an Associate or Assistant Professor in judicial politics starting August 2025. We encourage nominations and applications from Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, and graduate students who will have completed their degree by the start date.

Duties focus on the publishing of original research in professional outlets and teaching and mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Department's offerings in law and courts including topical areas such as US courts, judicial process, constitutional law, and criminal justice.

Additional Requirements

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated record or potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship.
• Candidates who will contribute to the university's efforts to enhance and maintain an inclusive environment for learning, teaching, research and service.
• Potential to create synergies with existing departmental faculty in political methodology, all fields of American politics, and/or political theory.
• Strong research-related skills with substantive scholarly interests related to law and US courts.
• Interest in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Sample Publications
4. Unofficial Transcripts
5. List of References with Contact Information
6. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents